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  1. Sound localization - Wikipedia

    Sound localization is a listener's ability to identify the location or origin of a detected sound in direction and distance. The sound localization mechanisms of the mammalian auditory system have been …

  2. Auditory localization: a comprehensive practical review - PMC

    Auditory localization is a fundamental ability that allows to perceive the spatial location of a sound source in the environment. The present work aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the …

  3. Sound Localization: How Our Brains Pinpoint Auditory Stimuli

    Sep 15, 2024 · Sound localization is the process by which we determine the direction and distance of a sound source. It’s a skill we often take for granted, yet it plays a crucial role in our daily lives.

  4. What Is Sound Localization and How Does It Work?

    Jun 18, 2025 · Sound localization is the brain’s ability to determine a sound’s origin in three-dimensional space. This function allows a listener to identify the direction and distance from which a sound …

  5. A review on recent advances in sound source localization techniques ...

    Jun 1, 2025 · Sound source localization (SSL) is a technique that involves determining the location of a single or multiple sound sources in relation to a chosen reference, typically the microphone location, …

  6. Unraveling The Brain's Ability To Locate Sound Sources Accurately

    Dec 28, 2025 · Role of binaural cues (time & intensity differences between ears in sound localization) The human brain's ability to pinpoint the source of a sound in space relies heavily on binaural cues, …

  7. The Science of Sound Localization: Psychological Mechanisms and ...

    Mar 29, 2024 · Sound localization is the process by which the auditory system of humans and other mammals, including the ear and brain, determines the origin or location of a sound in space.

  8. Sound Localization Definition - Cognitive Psychology Key Term

    Sound localization is the process by which the human brain determines the origin of a sound in space. This ability allows individuals to identify where a sound is coming from, which is crucial for navigating …

  9. Chapter 12: Sound Localization and the Auditory Scene What makes it possible to tell where a sound is coming from in space? When we are listening to a number of musical instruments playing at the …

  10. 5 Neural Basis of Sound Localization - Auditory Neuroscience

    Accurate localization of such stimuli can be of great importance to survival. For example, the ability to determine the location of a particular sound source is often used to find potential mates or prey or to …